"Landfall" is a hauntingly beautiful collaboration between the iconic Kronos Quartet and avant-garde artist Laurie Anderson, released on Nonesuch Records in February 2018. Inspired by Anderson's firsthand experience of Hurricane Sandy, this 30-track album is a poignant exploration of the storm's devastating aftermath, blending minimalism and avant-garde elements with Anderson's distinctive spoken word and electronic textures.
The album's title, "Landfall," refers to the moment when a storm makes landfall, and this concept is woven throughout the album's 1 hour and 9 minutes of music. Each track, from the ominous "CNN Predicts a Monster Storm" to the reflective "Galaxies II," paints a vivid picture of the storm's impact and the subsequent journey of recovery. The Kronos Quartet's strings intertwine with Anderson's electronic soundscape, creating a unique and captivating sonic experience.
"Landfall" is not just an album; it's a testament to the power of art in processing and understanding natural disasters. It's a cycle of songs that observe the devastation through Anderson's eyes, offering a poignant commentary on the human experience in the face of nature's fury. The album's genres span minimalism, avant-garde, and neo-classical, making it a compelling listen for fans of experimental and contemporary classical music.
The album has been critically acclaimed, with performances at prestigious venues like the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center and the Adelaide Festival. It's a powerful collaboration that showcases the unique talents of both Laurie Anderson and the Kronos Quartet, making "Landfall" a standout release in their respective discographies.
Tracks
CNN Predicts a Monster StormKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Wind Whistles Through the Dark CityKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Water RisesKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Our Street Is a Black RiverKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
GalaxiesKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Darkness FallsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
DreamsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Dreams TranslatedKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Dark SideKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Built You a MountainKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Electricity Goes out and We Move to a HotelKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
We Learn to Speak yet Another LanguageKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Dawn of the WorldKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Wind Lifted the Boats and Left Them on the HighwayKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
It Twisted the Street SignsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Then It RecededKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Nineteen Stars of HeavenKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Nothing Left but Their NamesKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
All the Extinct AnimalsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Galaxies IIKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Never What You Think It Will BeKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Thunder Continues in the AftermathKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
We Blame Each Other for Losing the WayKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Another Long EveningKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Riding Bicycles Through the Muddy StreetsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Helicopters Hang Over DowntownKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
We Head OutKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Everything Is FloatingKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Gongs and Bells SingKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Old Motors and HelicoptersKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
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